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A member asked:

Should switching from inderal (propranolol) to a water soluble beta blocker be problematic for 88 year old mom?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: If you are switching to an equivalent or more potent dose, you can switch right over. Follow your docs instructions.

Dr Al-Alami agreed

Answered 12/7/2013

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Mom (88) on inderal (propranolol) for arrhythmia; what drug is a better choice? She's very confused; medication may be a cause.

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Why am i dizzy on inderal (propranolol).Take it for skipped beats.I have normal BP on inderal (propranolol).I take ten mg once a day.So why am i dizzy.48 year old female?

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Resubmitted #: inderal (propranolol) is a beta blocker. Are their any advantages of it over any other drug in its class? I doubt it. Speech making, perhaps?

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